mA*ths Online Programme

Here, you will look at the transition from GCSE to A level.

You will attend workshops based on topics from the A level Mathematics curriculum to support your learning.  Sessions will be run by University of Leeds academics and students, as well as partners from MEI.

When: January 2027 (probably Saturday 23 January).

These online courses have been designed to fit with the A level Mathematics curriculum in a structured series.

Content is delivered in a variety of ways including videos, practice questions and assessments, covering a range of methods and applications. You will also receive ongoing online mentoring from current University of Leeds students.

When: During the spring or summer terms.

This will focus on awkward and difficult topics from A level Mathematics.

The day will include workshops supported by University of Leeds academics and student mentors and external partners from MEI.

When: May 2027 (probably Saturday 8 May).

We are looking forward to seeing applications from students with a passion for Mathematics.

You must meet the following requirements:

• You must currently be in year 12
• You must be studying at least three A levels (or equivalent), including Mathematics at A level
• You have achieved 5 or more GCSEs at grades 9-4, including Mathematics and English Language
• You have achieved at least a 6 in your Mathematics and Science GCSEs, and have completed at least 2 Science GCSEs
• You are capable of achieving an A grade in A level Mathematics, even if you may not feel certain of this
• You are willing to travel to the University of Leeds up to two times a year on scheduled weekend dates
• You are planning to apply for university courses with a large mathematical component

This outreach programme is funded by the Hg Foundation and the University of Leeds and aims to support UK state school students from backgrounds under-represented at university. We use the criteria below to assess who is eligible to participate. The more criteria you meet, the more likely your application will be successful.

We will prioritise your application if:

• You have been in care
• You live independently (estranged), meaning you no longer have the support of your family due to a breakdown in the relationship which has led to ceased contact
• You have been eligible for Free School Meals at any point in the past six years
• You live in a neighbourhood with low levels of participation in higher education (TUNDRA Quintile 1 areas) and/or high levels of deprivation (IMDQuintile 1 or 2 areas).  We determine which geographical areas meet this definition by using your permanent home postcode (as on your UCAS application) and measuring this against data provided by the government.  To check your eligibility, look up your postcode.

We will also assess whether:

• You are a young carer and have caring responsibilities for a close relative with a disability, long-term illness, mental health condition, or drug or alcohol problem that is a significant demand on your time
• Your family income is below £50,000 each year
• You are eligible for free school meals and/or pupil premium
• Your parents/guardians did not attend university
• You live in a neighbourhood with low overall progression rates to higher education (POLAR4 Quintile 1 or 2 areas).
• Your school has a high percentage of students receiving free school meals
• Your school has below average attainment
• Your parent or carer currently serves or served in the armed forces or as a reservist.
• You fall into any the following groups: Asylum Seeker, Refugee, Gypsy, Traveller, Roma, Showmen and Boaters. (If you do, please mention this in your personal statement)

Applications for year 12 are OPEN. Complete this form to to apply. 

The application deadline is 12 noon Tuesday 24th November.  Unfortunately we will not be able to consider applications after this date.

Application process

As part of your application, you will be asked to provide details for a parent/guardian and a teacher. Both your parent/guardian and your teacher will be contacted to provide a supporting reference and verify the information you provide.

Making your application

You will need to know:

• whether you are eligible for free school meals
• your household income
• whether your parents/guardians have attended university
• your parent/guardian contact details (email, address, phone number)
• a teacher reference contact detail (email address)

Please do inform your parent/guardian of your interest in the programme before making an application.

Note that if you are in the areas surrounding Imperial, University of Manchester, University of Nottingham or University of Warwick, you may wish to apply to their mA*ths Online Programmes.